I wonder, if over the years, I have already gotten used to being alone in my own little world and have been so comfortable with it that I feel uncomfy if anyone tries to be part of it, or..do I really dislike people being around me.
Whenever I am walking around, I see ppl being out with friends, totally enjoying themselves and feeling comfortable. Life seems to have lots of meaning for them, and I do feel pathetic abt myself at times.
I am at an age whereby I should be living my life to the fullest, and do things which I might never get to do again when I'm old and frail. I should fill up my life with lots of memories which are worth recalling. And I think it's wonderful if I can tell my grandchildren (if any) lots and lots of stories when they ask me how was life like when I was young. But I haven't got much. I've gone through teenhood, yet memories of those days are only events that happened in school.
Throughout my sec sch days, I don't remember myself going out with friends, hanging out in town, dating anyone, or getting into much of a trouble. It was only school, sports and ballet.
Then in JC, nothing very much changed even though I was able to go out without parents. Hanging out at Orchard, usually alone, was a joy & a must-do almost every week. Meeting up with my bf then once a week for a few hours was also a joy. That was the kind of life I actually felt pleased and satisfied with.
On went to awaiting Uni, and that's when I knew how a club/pub looked like. I know it's no big deal to others out there, but I felt proud of it when I stepped into one. Before then, all I could do was watch from afar, and hear what others tell me about it. I'm sure no one knew how much I wanted to feel it for myself. There was a part of me wanting to break free from my usual life, and rebel. Ppl ard me didn't like it, especially the guys, so I was always pulled away. I decided to stop waiting for ppl to go with me, and ended up visiting one myself. Then it was thanks to Kenny that I really got to experience PROPER clubbing for the first time.
I had my chance when I left for UK. True freedom one can call it, and by right, I should go havoc & REALLY rebel. I don't mean doing drugs and become a social pain though. I just...didn't wanna be a proper student anymore. I had a group of friends, didn't have to worry too much abt $$$, had my education path properly laid out for me, had my number of admirers (lol!!!), I could just go ahead and do anything I like with myself...with nobody being able to control me.
But that's not what happened. In fact, memories I had in Uni was filled with...mostly those with only me in it. Sounds damn sad, but I didn't feel too much abt it then.
I guess soon, it got to the extent of ppl asking me if I'm alright, and commenting that I'm too into myself. And that comment has been coming from more and more ppl...and hasn't stopped even till today. Plus the most amazing thing was...even Mum felt it!
She's been complaining abt me being so into my own world that I can happily stay in my room & the Study (conveniently located a few steps away from my bedroom) the entire day, without talking to anyone. For those who has nv been to my place, my "world" means the entire 3rd level where the Study and my bedroom is. No one's there but me. It's no big deal to me because that's the way things have been for me since I can't remember when, but to her, it mattered a lot...perhaps..that's not what I was like before. I thought abt it, and yup, there's a lot of truth in what she's complaining abt. I don't talk to my parents as much as before. The fact that I don't even see my Dad for days just shows how "happening" I am at home. I don't hate my parents, and I don't mind their presence ard me, but I have no idea why I am comfortable being alone even though we're living under the same roof. And it even took me some time to realise "Hey, I think I haven't seen Dad and Mum ard the whole day!"
This evening, I had dinner with KC at Grand Hyatt. It was a nice Italian dinner and a good opportunity to chat. It was damn cheap for the amount we had....3 appetisers, 2 main courses and desserts. KC had a club card, so it was 50% off the bill, resulting in me paying only $32 (I insisted on going dutch..). I can't remember what we were talking about when this happened...
Me: I don't go out with friends very often. I don't mean I dislike it, but I just don't...
KC: Why?
Me: *stuck*
I couldn't answer. I didn't know the reason...perhaps because there isn't one!
I can't say I feel uncomfortable with ppl. I can't say I don't enjoy their company. I am pleased to have them around cos it makes my day pass faster, and it'll be a memory I'll keep. But why is it at times, I rather go out alone than to call a friend to accompany me? Why is it I don't see the difference between watching a movie alone and with a friend? Why, even when I know I wanna see my friends again, do I ever have a thought of not turning up for the meet up (but at the end of it, I still turn up lah..haha)?
I blame it on myself being lazy, and blame the scorching sun for being a major cause, but I know deep inside, it's not the major factor. The reason is ME! But I have no idea what's gotten into me, making me so unwillingly, losing the love to go out (I'll die if I stay at home too long when I was in JC). It's not my friends' fault too. They're nice, and I do not find it boring when I'm out with them.
If that's not enough, how abt how I am when I'm out alone? I don't notice anyone ard me. I don't even look at anyone. That's ODD! Michelle loves ppl-watching, but she doesn't even do that now.
Not too long ago, Andy chatted with me on MSN. He, too, commented that I have changed and I am in my own world. I'm appreciative of his effort for trying to find the reason for my change. And we both agreed that I'm the major factor. Andy also said that it could be due to me losing trust in those around me because I've lost trust in someone I trusted the most. On 2nd thoughts, it made perfect sense because I did.
However, my being happy should be important. If I am, then who cares about how I'm living my life?!
Hmm..I don't think I'm truly happy but I'm not drastically depressed over it either. I feel pleased with myself because I think I've been independent. Also, I have done things for myself except that these things have memories of only me in it. I do envy others who are out with friends though. I have a craving to have a taste of true happiness with my friends, yet, I'm comfortable with being with only myself. I know perfectly that ultimately, I have go through the odds in life by myself, but that doesn't mean friends should be non-existent. I want to let more people come into my world, and I want a taste of life with these ppl staying put. It hurts whenever I take up the courage to open up, only to only see the person or ppl walking out. I don't think others will understand how hurt I feel abt it and why am I hurt in the first place. This went on so many times until I am so tired of it, that I thought if I just shut everyone else away, I'll be spared. Besides..we're all busy with our lives..no one really has time to interfere with others'.
Everyone will tell me "Michelle, it's HIGH TIME u make some changes to your life" and if I know a way to, I will try at least. But if things like betrayal of trust is a reason, how do I change that? Before I even try, I'm so put off by it already...